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Carpentry: Floor Systems
Course: CON110

First Term: 2021 Fall
 Lec + Lab   3.5 Credit(s)   4.0 Period(s)   4.0 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load


Description: Emphasis on the layout and construction procedures for floor systems, including: interpretation of construction drawings and specifications; selection of appropriate types of floor system components; and application of floor system materials. Includes estimation of the amount of materials needed for a floor assembly and some common alternative floor systems.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Practice Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), trade, and local safety standards in daily work. (I-VII)
2. Interpret specifications and drawings to determine floor system requirements. (II-VII)
3. Demonstrate efficient and quality work. (II-VII)
4. Effectively communicate with stakeholders. (II-VII)
5. Effectively work within a team structure. (II-VII)
6. Demonstrate professionalism with conduct and ethics. (II-VII)
7. Estimate the amount of material to frame a floor assembly from a set of plans. (III)
8. Select the appropriate construction method and floor system materials for a given floor system. (IV, V)
9. Lay out and construct a floor assembly according to specifications, including a rough opening and subfloor material. (VI, VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Safety
II. Interpreting specifications and drawings for floor systems
III. Estimating material for floor assembly
IV. Construction methods for floor systems
V. Floor system materials and components
VI. Constructing a floor assembly
VII. Rough opening and subfloor material
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 23, 2021

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